Israel Lebanon Air Strikes 2026: Ceasefire Crumbles as Border Crossings Hit
Israeli air strikes hit southern Lebanon and the Syrian border on Jan 22, 2026, threatening the 2024 ceasefire. Get the latest on casualties and political reactions.
The 2024 ceasefire is hanging by a thread. Despite a US-brokered deal, Israel launched a series of intense air strikes across Lebanon on Wednesday, targeting what it calls strategic smuggling routes.
Israel Lebanon Air Strikes 2026: Military Targets vs Civilian Toll
According to Al Jazeera, the IDF struck four border crossings between Syria and Lebanon, claiming Hezbollah uses them for weapons transfers. While Israel reports it eliminated a key smuggler, Lebanese authorities paint a darker picture. Strikes in Qanarit and Sidon wounded nearly 20 people, including journalists reporting from the scene.
Diplomatic Backlash and Disarmament Deadlock
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the acts as "systematic aggression," stating they show Israel's refusal to abide by the 2024 agreement. The Lebanese military added that such strikes hinder the planned disarmament of Hezbollah. Meanwhile, casualties continue to mount; AFP tallies over 350 deaths in Lebanon since the truce was supposedly in effect.
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